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Indian Astronaut Shukla Begins Microalgae Experiment on ISS, Schedules Student Ham Radio Chat

Shukla’s microalgae study is poised to inform India’s Gaganyaan life-support systems before his scheduled July 10 return.

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An American woman’s video praising India’s space feats went viral.
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Overview

  • Since docking June 26, Shukla has shared traditional Indian desserts—gajar ka halwa, moong dal ka halwa and aam ras—with fellow ISS crew to promote cultural diplomacy.
  • He deployed sample bags to carry out a microalgae growth study in microgravity, assessing strains for sustainable food and oxygen production on future missions.
  • He is set to connect with school students and ISRO scientists via ham radio on July 4 through a telebridge at Bengaluru’s U R Rao Satellite Centre.
  • A recent selfie taken inside the ISS cupola with crewmate Tibor Kapu has gone viral, showcasing international camaraderie and the orbital vantage point.
  • Shukla remains healthy and on track to complete the 14-day Axiom-4 mission, returning to Earth on July 10 after executing seven Indian-led experiments.